Why should we care?
SCS’s ability to provide a quality, equitable education is being undercut by high teacher turnover and year-long teaching vacancies, as well as significant maintenance deficiencies within the schools, all of which leads to higher financial, educational, and health costs. A lack of access to wraparound services provided by qualified social workers, psychologists, and nurses inhibits the successful treatment of trauma or Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE). Abuse, neglect, and trauma significantly increase the likelihood of suspensions, juvenile criminal behavior, and incarceration. With a median age four years below the national average, Memphis’s population can support economic development, but only if we provide children in our community access to opportunities and support.
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Brown V. Board Conference
Thu, Apr 11
|University of Memphis Ballroom
A day packed with programming to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the Supreme Court decision and look forwards the future!
Time & Location
Apr 11, 2024, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
University of Memphis Ballroom, 3720 Alumni Ave, Memphis, TN 38152, USA
About the event
A day packed with programming to commemorate the 70th anniversary of the Supreme Court decision that declared legalized racial segregation to be unconstitutional. The confrernce will start with a showing of "The Memphis 13," a documentary on the integration of Memphis City Schools in Oct. 1961 and the experiences of the first 13 African American children who led that integration effort. There will be a presentation from The Hon. Catherine Lhamon – Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, with the U.S. Department of Education, Professional Panels with Youth and Adults to explore experiences of how issues of racial and educational justice play out today, and a Keynote Address from Tona Boyd, NAACP LDF.
The conference is free and open to the public. We do ask, however, that people register.
Upcoming Events
Fri, Aug 28Details on registration pageProgressive National Baptist Convention in partnership with National Action Network
Multiple DatesWed, Sep 09Google MeetYour congregation can play a significant role increasing voter turnout in the upcoming November 3 Elections!
Multiple DatesThu, Sep 17Idlewild Presbyterian ChurchBetter Transit for a Better Memphis, led by daily riders and other community champions, organizes and advocates for fully funded, accessible, and equitable public transit.
Fri, Sep 18Location will be sent after registrationJoin us for a 3-day gathering designed to build interfaith power and community for a multi-racial democracy. Featured speakers are Rep. Justin Pearson and Emily Yellin. Free to attend!
Sun, Nov 15Avon AcresJoin us for an enchanting afternoon of celebration, community, and great live jazz!
Upcoming Events
- Fri, Aug 28Details on registration pageProgressive National Baptist Convention in partnership with National Action Network
- Multiple DatesWed, Sep 09Google MeetYour congregation can play a significant role increasing voter turnout in the upcoming November 3 Elections!
- Multiple DatesThu, Sep 17Idlewild Presbyterian ChurchBetter Transit for a Better Memphis, led by daily riders and other community champions, organizes and advocates for fully funded, accessible, and equitable public transit.
- Fri, Sep 18Location will be sent after registrationJoin us for a 3-day gathering designed to build interfaith power and community for a multi-racial democracy. Featured speakers are Rep. Justin Pearson and Emily Yellin. Free to attend!
- Sun, Nov 15Avon AcresJoin us for an enchanting afternoon of celebration, community, and great live jazz!